I'm Ritesh Kanchi, a PhD student at Harvard University in the Intelligent Interactive Systems Group, advised by Dr. Krzysztof Gajos. My research lies at the intersection of computer science and design, focusing on intelligent user interfaces for niche communities in accessibility and education. As a human-computer interaction (HCI) researcher, I explore how intentional and inclusive technology design to empower people in their everyday interactions with technology. In education, I deeply care about both introductory and interactive systems education in computing and design. I am deeply committed to increasing participation and belonging in computing and design through teaching, mentorship, and community building.
Harvard University
Intelligent Interactive Systems GroupPrior to Harvard, I completed my bachelor's degree in Computer Science at the University of Washington, where I was advised by Dr. Jon E. Froehlich and Dr. Jason C. Yip, along with Assistant Teaching Professors Matt Wang and Miya Natsuhara.
What I'm thinking about
- New ways to teach HCI and design
- Intelligent assistive technologies
- Adaptive user interfaces
- Contextful user modeling
- Accessible computer science education
More about me
In my (rare) free time, you'll find me binging full TV shows, watching movies, and trying not to burn down my apartment. You'll occasionally find me at a concert, but I'm much more of a "blaring music and annoying the neighbors"-type.
